Medieval & Renaissance Manuscripts

Lectionary
Germany, around Halle, ca. 1220-1230
MS M.299 fol. 8r

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Christ and Four Beasts -- Christ, cross-nimbed, raises His right hand in blessing and holds book in His left hand. He sits on cushioned bench with footstool within decorated mandorla, surrounded by four nimbed Beasts, the angel holding book, and the eagle, lion and ox each holding scroll.
Decorated frame.